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Gujarat Couple Seeks IVF After Son's Death; Wife Over Age Limit, Case Reaches High Court
✍️ Bhaskar English
🗓 10 Aug 2026, 02:19 PM
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A Gujarat couple has petitioned the High Court for IVF treatment after the death of their young son. The wife, who is over the legal age limit for IVF, seeks the court’s approval to pursue fertility options.
A couple from Gujarat has filed a petition with the Gujarat High Court seeking approval for in vitro fertilisation (IVF) after the tragic loss of their young son. The wife, who is over the legal age limit for IVF in India, argues that the court should allow her to pursue fertility treatment despite the age restriction.
Under current Indian regulations, the legal age limit for women undergoing IVF is 40 years. The couple contends that their circumstances warrant an exception, citing the emotional toll of losing a child and their desire to have another. The High Court has now taken up the case, marking a significant moment in the ongoing debate over age limits in assisted reproduction.
Legal experts note that the court’s decision could set a precedent for other couples facing similar age-related barriers. The case also highlights the broader challenges faced by families seeking fertility solutions in India, where stringent guidelines often limit access to assisted reproductive technologies.
Under current Indian regulations, the legal age limit for women undergoing IVF is 40 years. The couple contends that their circumstances warrant an exception, citing the emotional toll of losing a child and their desire to have another. The High Court has now taken up the case, marking a significant moment in the ongoing debate over age limits in assisted reproduction.
Legal experts note that the court’s decision could set a precedent for other couples facing similar age-related barriers. The case also highlights the broader challenges faced by families seeking fertility solutions in India, where stringent guidelines often limit access to assisted reproductive technologies.